McGill University (McG)

About

McGill University is one of Canada's best-known institutions of higher learning and one of the leading universities in the world. International students from more than 150 countries make up nearly 30% of McGill's student body, the highest proportion of any Canadian research university.

Acronym	McG
Nickname	McGill Redbirds and Martlets
Motto / Slogan	By work, all things increase and grow
Colour	Red and White
Mascot	Marty the Martlet
Founded	1821
Location	Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Address	845 Sherbrooke Street West Montréal (Québec) H3A 0G4

Objectives

• Be open to the world: McGill will strive to remain an institution of choice for international students and faculty. 
• Expand diversity
• Lead innovation
• Connect across disciplines and sectors
• Connect with the communities

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

• Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
• Faculty of Arts
• School of Continuing Studies
• Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences
• Faculty of Education
• Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
• Faculty of Law
• Desautels Faculty of Management
• Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
• Schulich School of Music
• Faculty of Science

Reasons to Study at McGill University

1. Leaders in research and innovation

   With a vision to support and enhance a university-wide research and innovation environment, McGill University remains at the forefront of groundbreaking innovation. It is a premier research-intensive university that partners with relevant stakeholders to achieve advancements in knowledge discoveries that benefit the world at large.

   
    

2. Great location

   McGill University’s prime location in Montreal, Quebec, contributes significantly to its appeal. The campus is centrally situated, offering students proximity to cultural, recreational, and culinary delights. The renowned Plateau Mont-Royal neighbourhood, just a stone’s throw away, beckons with eclectic cafes, boutiques, and a vibrant arts scene. The bustling Saint Catherine Street, a central shopping hub, provides students with retail therapy and entertainment. 

   
    

3. Scholarship opportunities

   Carrying forward the legacy of academic excellence with responsible governing of student interests, McGill University has an array of scholarships that are awarded to native as well as international students. The Scholarships and Student Aid Office at the University ensures that qualified students from all geographic locations are financially supported in their goals to enter and complete their education at the University.

   
    

4. A rich legacy of notable alumni

   McGill University proudly counts among its alumni and faculty members 12 Nobel Laureates along with 147 Rhodes Scholars, both of which are the highest for any Canadian university.

   
    

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

Admission requirements are determined by your educational background and the program(s) you are applying to. View your educational background for more information. 

Supporting Documents

Mcgill University will tell you which documents they need and when - all you have to do is check your McGill Applicant Portal and your email regularly.

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

For detailed information on the accepted academic and language qualifications, view the admission requirements page.

Supporting Documents

• Transcripts: Transcripts in languages other than English or French must be accompanied by an English or French translation provided by the institution issuing the transcript, or by a certified translator. A copy in the original language is also required; an English or French translation alone is not sufficient. 
• Letters of reference/recommendation: Normally, two (2) letters of reference/recommendation are required. Letters must be dated and not be more than 12 months old and the referee must indicate his/her position/title and full contact information at the institution/organization they work for.
• Visit your program page for detailed information on additional supporting documents (e.g., statement of purpose/personal statement, writing sample, application for assistantship, C.V.).

 

 

 

How To Apply For Admission

Applications are made online via the Mcgill Applicant Portal.

Admission Contacts

Phone : 514-398-7878

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  Women's Basketball Team

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Facilities

• Laboratory: McGill University has numerous laboratories across its various departments and affiliated institutions, including research labs, teaching labs, specialized facilities, and even "living laboratories" like field research stations. Examples include state-of-the-art chemistry research labs, dental and human nutrition labs, and clinical labs at the associated Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC). 
• Research Center: There are over thirty research units at McGill, which are referred to as centres and institutes. Research units are approved by the McGill Board of Governors to pursue research at the university and are distinct from departments and schools.
• Accommodation: McGill's residences create a respectful and supportive living community environment within which students can flourish personally, socially and academically. They offer modern dormitory style, dormitory style and shared facility housing residences.
• Sports: McGill University has extensive sports facilities, including gymnasiums, fitness centers, weight rooms, and both indoor and outdoor tracks.
• Gym: McGill University has multiple gym facilities, including the McGill Sports Complex and the Macdonald Stewart Athletic Complex, which feature gyms, weight rooms, fitness centers, and various sports courts and fields. There are options for cardio and strength training equipment, along with programs like personal training and various fitness classes. 
• ICT: McGill University has extensive ICT facilities, including over 100 computer labs, wireless and wired network access, IT support services, and online resources. The university's IT services department manages enterprise IT architecture, network access, and security, while also providing support for students, staff, and faculty. 
• Place of Worship: McGill University has various places of worship, including a multi-faith prayer and meditation center, chapels for Christian worship, and spaces for Jewish and Islamic practices. These include the Birks Heritage Chapel, the Presbyterian College Chapel, the Newman Catholic Centre, and Hillel House. 
• Cafeteria: McGill University has multiple cafeterias and dining halls, including three all-you-care-to-eat (AYCTE) dining halls that are open to the public. In addition to the larger dining halls, there are numerous other on-campus food service locations, such as cafes and eateries. 

 

Accreditations

• The Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS) for its medical programs 
• The Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB) for its engineering programs

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Christopher Manfredi

  Provost and Executive Vice-President Prior to becoming Provost and Executive Vice-President (Academic), Professor Manfredi was the Dean of McGill’s Faculty of Arts, a position he held for two terms between 2006 and 2015. He joined... read more

  McGill’s Department of Political Science in 1988, and served as Chair of the Department from 2000 to 2006, with one year for a sabbatical.

  
   

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  Ekaette Idaresit

  Assistant Professor Dr. Ekaette is an Assistant Professor in the Food and Bio-based Material Engineering research program and holds a joint appointment in the Departments of Bioresource Engineering, and Food Science and ... read more

  Agricultural Chemistry at McGill University. Dr. Ekaette obtained Ph.D. and bachelor’s degrees in Bioresource and Food Engineering, and a master’s in Food Technology giving her a strong background in food and bio-processing systems. Before joining McGill University, Dr. Ekaette worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Alberta where her research focused on developing solution properties for carbon fiber production. 
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  Dr. Angelica Galante

  Associate Professor Dr. Galante is originally from Brazil and has been in Canada for about 15 years. Growing up in an officially Portuguese-speaking country and in a family with Italian and Spanish heritage, mixing langu... read more

  ages has always been the norm for her. Before joining McGill, she held faculty positions at Concordia University, Brock University, York University and University of Toronto.

  
   

  
   

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  Mitali Banerjee

  Assistant Professor Mitali Banerjee is an Assistant Professor in the Strategy & Organizations department at the McGill Desautels Faculty of Management. She completed her Ph.D. in Management from Columbia University. ... read more

  She graduated Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa with a double major in Mathematics (BS) and Economics (BA) from the University of Rochester. Prior to joining McGill, she was an Assistant Professor at HEC Paris.

  
   

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  Benjamin Croitoru

  Associate Professor Dr. Croitoru joined McGill's Faculty of Management in the Fall of 2000, where he teaches introductory finance, investments and theoretical asset pricing at the undergraduate, masters and doctoral leve... read more

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Notable Alumni

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  Justin Trudeau Politician
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  Jordan Peterson Psychologist
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  Mackenzie Davis Actress
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  Grimes Musician

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History

To meet demands for public education, the Royal Institution for the Advancement of Learning was established in 1801. In 1813, merchant James McGill died, leaving his estate outside Montréal and an endowment of £10,000 for a college, naming the Royal Institution as trustee. It acquired a charter for "the University of McGill College" in 1821. McGill's heirs contested his will; the trustees, on gaining the estate, adopted in 1829 the Montreal Medical Institution, a teaching arm of the Montreal General Hospital, as the new university's Faculty of Medicine. The litigation surrounding the endowment was finally settled in the trustees' favour, and the nondenominational McGill College was built o... read more